Lord Nelson 37 Victory Tug

LORETTA MAY is a stable, sea-kindly and economical cruising trawler. Designed by naval architect James Backus and built in Taiwan during a time when craftsmanship and dedication to quality was of greater importance than the quantity produced. The design is an artful blend of work boat integrity and authentic tug lines, with a spacious and comfortable interior plan that is finished in the finest tradition of modern yacht building. The 37 was the most popular model in the Victory line of which a total of seventy-six were built.The elegant teak and holly sole, the natural light ash overhead throughout and all window trims, doors, drawers, sea rails, cabinets, hull ceilings, and wheelhouse paneling are of solid wood, thus eliminating a host of problems encountered with the use of veneers. A subtle blend of areas painted off-white give a light and airy ambience.The forward stateroom features a Queen-size, side-entry berth, a curved settee, large hanging storage locker, and teak access doors to enter the forepeak chain locker. A feeling of spaciousness, usually associated with vessels of much larger dimensions, is evident. Stepping aft, through a hand-crafted teak privacy door, is the shower and head area. It is equipped with Italian marble vanities with hot and cold pressure water supplies and stainless steel sinks. Ample storage is located in the head compartment. A large bulkhead mirror complements the area.The Wheelhouse is where the helm station, electronics installation areas, chart table, breaker panels and convertible navigator's berth are located. The entire area is encompassed by windows, giving excellent visibility both forward and aft.The spacious galley is arranged in a convenient U-shape. A bar counter, which runs out to the attractive bronze vent tube, houses the large top loading ice box. A three burner stove and oven is located directly beneath the opening window. There is a large double stainless steel sink, overhead cabinets with louvered doors and a glass storage rack. A large pantry cupboard located adjacent to the bridge companionway also cleverly serves as the engine room access door. Abundant storage areas are located throughout the galley and the entire saloon. A spirits locker, located between the convertible settee/double berth combination, allows walk-in access to the entire forward length of the bar counter. A unique fold-out table is located between the settee and the starboard side. Two movable chairs complete the seating for four.Surrounded by stanchions and lifelines, the cabin top will serve equally well for boat storage or as a sitting area. The decorative stack houses a propane tank.LORETTA MAY is a fine example of the uncompromising yacht building integrity that is inherent in all Lord Nelson Yachts. She has been continually upgraded by her experienced owner. Recently she was fitted with new reverse-air conditioning, new batteries, new Chartplotters (2), Atkins & Hoyle dinghy crane and has had her bottomsides professionally soda-blasted and epoxy barrier coated. If you’re looking for solid sea-kindly cruiser for your family, then LORETTA MAY deserves your serious consideration. Call us for a boarding appointment today.Show More